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Financial support for aspiring farmers
Financial support for young farmers in Quebec
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 50,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2024
- Closing date : May 31, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial support of up to $50,000 for young people who want to start an agricultural business or join an existing one. It supports full-time and part-time establishment, with funds that can be used for productive investments such as land improvement and equipment purchase.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2024
- Closing date : May 31, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a new agricultural business
- Establishing on an existing farm
- Full-time farm establishment
- Part-time farm start-up
Documents Needed
- Business plan
- Diplomas or recent transcripts
- Proof of age
- Request for payment form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young farmers in Quebec
- Applicants starting a new agricultural business
- Applicants joining an existing farm
Eligible expenses
- Land improvement
- Equipment purchase
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an advisor at the service centre
- Proof documents must be provided before payment is issued
- Payment is made once the required documents are presented
- Supporting documents must be submitted within five years of the award date
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for the Financial Support Program for Aspiring Farmers:
- The grant payment is contingent upon the presentation of proof documents, which must be submitted within five years from the grant award date.
- Participation in the "Tournez-vous vers l’excellence!" contest is available for applicants aged 18-40, with prizes including a $5,000 grant and smaller amounts.
- Applicants must have at least one year of relevant farming experience.
- A business plan and proof of education and age are required as part of the application.
- Grant amounts vary according to the applicant's level of educational training.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Financial support for aspiring farmers Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Financial support for aspiring farmers. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Financial support for aspiring farmers?
This program provides financial support of up to $50,000 for young people who want to start an agricultural business or join an existing one. It supports full-time and part-time establishment, with funds that can be used for productive investments such as land improvement and equipment purchase.
How much funding can be received?
Financial support for aspiring farmers Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was May 31, 2024.
Who is eligible for the Financial support for aspiring farmers program?
To be eligible for the Financial support for aspiring farmers program, you must:
Quebec-based applicant
Age 18 to 40
Recognized training and farming experience
What expenses are eligible under Financial support for aspiring farmers?
Starting a new agricultural business
Establishing on an existing farm
Full-time farm establishment
Part-time farm start-up
Who can I contact for more information about the Financial support for aspiring farmers?
You can contact La Financière agricole (FADQ) or by phone at 1-800-749-3646.
Where is the Financial support for aspiring farmers available?
The Financial support for aspiring farmers program is available the province of Quebec.